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Old 09-26-12 | 09:55 PM
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FBinNY
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Originally Posted by mikeazn3k
I've tried to tap it straight down. Hmm, where exactly should i apply the WD-40? And yeah, the black thing seems like an extender. If I were to remove the stem, the extender will come out with it right?
Yes, the black sleeve seems to be some kind of extender. It probably has it's own expander so the sequence is to free the stem's wedge, by re-engaging the bolt, then using that to tap the wedge down then twisting out the stem. Oncethe setm is out, you'll probably (speculating) find a similar arrangement with an expander bolt way down inside, loosen and tap down to free the extender from the fork. (you'll need a long hex key of socket extender, but wait until you see what;s down there.

If it's stuck, use "kroil" or some other "seized bolt loosener oil" between the stem and sleeve, then again if needed between the sleeve and fork.
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